Precision Cryogenic Rotating Equipment Technician

Nikkiso Clean Energy & Industrial Gases; Tomball (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Nikkiso Cryogenic Services is seeking a highly skilled Mechanical Technician to perform inspection, maintenance, repair, and precision testing of advanced turbo and cryogenic rotating equipment. This is not a general mechanic role; it focuses on precision rotating equipment for global energy, industrial gas, and marine applications.

Hands-on technicians who excel in tight tolerances and precise measurements will contribute to mission-critical operations worldwide.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years hands-on mechanical workshop experience.
• Experience with rotating equipment such as pumps, turbo machinery, compressors, or similar precision systems.
• Experience with precision balancing equipment.
• Proven ability to interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and mechanical specifications.
• Advanced precision measurement skills.

Responsibilities

• Disassemble, inspect, repair, and reassemble cryogenic pumps, turbo expanders, and related rotating systems.
• Perform detailed mechanical measurements and diagnostics using precision instruments.
• Evaluate component condition and determine part usability and disposition.
• Execute repairs in accordance with engineering drawings, specifications, and quality standards.
• Perform precision balancing of rotating assemblies.
• Complete build-up sheets with accurate as-left close tolerance measurements.
• Perform dimensional inspections using micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, torque tools, and specialty equipment.
• Ensure all work meets quality, safety, and technical standards.
• Complete detailed repair documentation and work orders.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within workshop processes.
• Partner with engineers and project managers to execute repair scopes and meet delivery schedules.
• Coordinate with supply chain for parts and materials.

Skills

Interpreting drawings

Precision measurement

Mechanical troubleshooting

Close-tolerance assemblies

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Dial indicators

Torque tools

Balancing equipment

Job description

Nikkiso Cryogenic Services is seeking a highly skilled Mechanical Technician to perform inspection, maintenance, repair, and precision testing of advanced turbo and cryogenic rotating equipment. This is not a general mechanic role; it focuses on precision rotating equipment for global energy, industrial gas, and marine applications.

Hands-on technicians who excel in tight tolerances and precise measurements will contribute to mission-critical operations worldwide.